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Pottery Pitcher with Dragonfly Glaze, Signed & Dated by Artist, Circa 1990s
Pottery Pitcher with Dragonfly Glaze, Signed & Dated by Artist, Circa 1990s

Pottery Pitcher with Dragonfly Glaze, Signed & Dated by Artist, Circa 1990s

Located in Round Top, TX

Artisan-crafted, hand-built glazed pottery pitcher in sage green and ivory. Dragonfly design glazed to both sides. Signed and dated to unglazed base. Wonderfully textural, with a go...

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Late 20th Century American Arts and Crafts Pitchers

Materials

Pottery

Sterling Water Pitcher
Sterling Water Pitcher

Sterling Water Pitcher

By Reed & Barton

Located in Brooklyn, NY

There isn’t much in the way of decoration but the shape and style of this water pitcher is fabulous. Notice the curved body juxtaposed against the straight handle. There’s a ribbing pattern along the neck that’s complimented in the lines and curl in the handle. The spout is narrow, which is helpful when pouring. There is an Old English letter L monogram...

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1940s American Vintage Pitchers

Materials

Sterling Silver

English Majolica Swan & Fishs Pitcher, circa 1890
English Majolica Swan & Fishs Pitcher, circa 1890

English Majolica Swan & Fishs Pitcher, circa 1890

Located in Austin, TX

Unusual English Majolica Swan & Fishs Pitcher, circa 1890. The handle of the pitcher is a swan and the pitcher is decorated with fishs Height / 8.8 inches.

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1880s British Victorian Antique Pitchers

Materials

Ceramic, Majolica

Chinoiserie Copeland Late Spode Blue Pitcher
Chinoiserie Copeland Late Spode Blue Pitcher

Chinoiserie Copeland Late Spode Blue Pitcher

Located in Queens, NY

English Vicctorian light blue porcelain pitcher decorated with Chinoiserie figures and a dragon handle with gilt accents (Copeland Late Spode).

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19th Century British Victorian Antique Pitchers

Antique Art Deco Silver-Plated Pitcher shaped as a Duck, England 1920s
Antique Art Deco Silver-Plated Pitcher shaped as a Duck, England 1920s

Antique Art Deco Silver-Plated Pitcher shaped as a Duck, England 1920s

Located in Beograd, RS

In this listing you will find a striking pair of English Art Deco claret jugs or decanters, crafted in the early 20th century and executed in silver plate with hand-blown clear glass...

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1920s English Art Deco Vintage Pitchers

Materials

Silver Plate

Pablo Picasso (1881-1973) "Cruchon Hibou" jug in glazed earthenware.
Pablo Picasso (1881-1973) "Cruchon Hibou" jug in glazed earthenware.

Pablo Picasso (1881-1973) "Cruchon Hibou" jug in glazed earthenware.

By Madoura

Located in København, Copenhagen

Pre-owned goods are exempt from import duties for U.S. customers. Therefore, no import tariffs will be applicable to your purchase. Pablo Picasso (1881-1973) "Cruchon Hibou" jug in...

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20th Century French Mid-Century Modern Pitchers

Materials

Earthenware

French 19th Century Redware Pitcher with White Flower Decor
French 19th Century Redware Pitcher with White Flower Decor

French 19th Century Redware Pitcher with White Flower Decor

Located in Atlanta, GA

French redware pitchers from the 19th century, with white flowers, priced and sold individually $375 each. Created in France during the 19th century, each of these pitchers features ...

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19th Century French Antique Pitchers

Materials

Pottery

Victorian Majolica Water Lily Pitcher, circa 1890
Victorian Majolica Water Lily Pitcher, circa 1890

Victorian Majolica Water Lily Pitcher, circa 1890

Located in Austin, TX

19th century majolica pitcher with water lily, circa 1890. Victorian period.

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1890s English Victorian Antique Pitchers

Materials

Ceramic

French Pottery Blue Dots Pitcher Savoie Circa 1890
French Pottery Blue Dots Pitcher Savoie Circa 1890

French Pottery Blue Dots Pitcher Savoie Circa 1890

Located in Austin, TX

French Pottery Blue Dots Pitcher Savoie Circa 1890. H / 5.3 inches.

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1890s French Country Antique Pitchers

Materials

Pottery

Orrefors More Carafe
Orrefors More Carafe

Orrefors More Carafe

Located in Wilkes Barre, PA

More Carafe from Orrefors holds 50 oz and is intended for both water and wine. Aerate wine in the carafe by filling it to the widest point. The carafe has an indented bottom, which p...

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2010s Turkish Pitchers

Materials

Crystal

Majolica Glazed Ceramic Lemons Pitcher / Jug, Spain 1960s
Majolica Glazed Ceramic Lemons Pitcher / Jug, Spain 1960s

Majolica Glazed Ceramic Lemons Pitcher / Jug, Spain 1960s

Located in Barcelona, ES

Eye-catching realistic Majolica lemons jug / pitcher in multicolor glazed ceramic, Spain, 1950s-1960s. Hand-painted Manises ceramic decorative jug in the sh...

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20th Century Spanish Mid-Century Modern Pitchers

Materials

Ceramic, Majolica

Mid-Century Mexican Alpaca Silver and Abalone Inlay Water Pitcher, 1950s
Mid-Century Mexican Alpaca Silver and Abalone Inlay Water Pitcher, 1950s

Mid-Century Mexican Alpaca Silver and Abalone Inlay Water Pitcher, 1950s

By Emilia Castillo

Located in Los Angeles, CA

This piece represents the era’s celebrated fusion of organic materials and modern design, echoing the influence of Taxco’s most innovative silversmiths—where artists and workshops such as Los Castillo...

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1950s Mexican Mid-Century Modern Vintage Pitchers

Materials

Abalone, Alpaca

Plata Lappas Leather Handled Argentinian Silver Plated Water Pitcher
Plata Lappas Leather Handled Argentinian Silver Plated Water Pitcher

Plata Lappas Leather Handled Argentinian Silver Plated Water Pitcher

By Hermès

Located in Philadelphia, PA

A fine modern water pitcher. By Plata Lappas. In silver plate. With a c-shaped leather handel and strainer to the spout. Founded by Alcibiades Lappas 1887, Plata Lappas is a one...

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Late 20th Century Argentine Modern Pitchers

Materials

Silver Plate

Rooster Pitcher in Brown Glazed Ceramic, Mid-Century Modern, Spain 1960s
Rooster Pitcher in Brown Glazed Ceramic, Mid-Century Modern, Spain 1960s

Rooster Pitcher in Brown Glazed Ceramic, Mid-Century Modern, Spain 1960s

Located in Barcelona, ES

Eye-catching brown and beige ceramic rooster jug / pitcher, Spain, 1950s-1960s. Ceramic decorative rooster shaped jug in brown color with fat lava decorati...

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Mid-20th Century Spanish Mid-Century Modern Pitchers

Materials

Ceramic, Majolica, Earthenware

Elongated brass pitcher for potions medium
Elongated brass pitcher for potions medium

Elongated brass pitcher for potions medium

Located in Firenze, FI

Add elegance to your table with our classic elongated brass pitcher. Made of high-quality brass, it features a sturdy handle and spout for easy pouring, while its elegant design adds...

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2010s Pitchers

Materials

Brass

Silver Plate Handle Holding Top Cut Glass Bulbous Serving Water Pitcher Ewer Jug
Silver Plate Handle Holding Top Cut Glass Bulbous Serving Water Pitcher Ewer Jug

Silver Plate Handle Holding Top Cut Glass Bulbous Serving Water Pitcher Ewer Jug

Located in Clifton Forge, VA

This is a great looking cut glass pitcher with a silver plate top and handle. The handle is heavy and solid but the silver is worn down to the brass base metal at the high spots and ...

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Mid-20th Century Mid-Century Modern Pitchers

Materials

Silver

19th Century French Pair of Tall Silver Plated Ewers with Pink Glass
19th Century French Pair of Tall Silver Plated Ewers with Pink Glass

19th Century French Pair of Tall Silver Plated Ewers with Pink Glass

Located in LA CIOTAT, FR

A most elegant pair of Napoleon III period decorative mantle ewers, exquisitely crafted from silver-plated metal with globe-shaped reservoirs of cranberry-coloured glass. These delig...

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19th Century French Napoleon III Antique Pitchers

Materials

Silver Plate

Antique English Caughley Porcelain Milk Pitcher or Jug
Antique English Caughley Porcelain Milk Pitcher or Jug

Antique English Caughley Porcelain Milk Pitcher or Jug

By Caughley Porcelain

Located in Philadelphia, PA

A fine antique English porcelain milk pitcher or jug. Comprising the pot, a conforming lid, and a later associated chain connecting the two. With blue underglaze decoration of...

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Early 20th Century English Georgian Pitchers

Materials

Porcelain

19Thc Sponge Ware Pitcher
19Thc Sponge Ware Pitcher

19Thc Sponge Ware Pitcher

Located in Los Angeles, CA

19th century spongeware pitcher. Great smaller sized pitcher with hand painted sponge pattern. Great pitcher with beautiful blue and wh...

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Late 19th Century American Adirondack Antique Pitchers

Materials

Pottery

Large Glazed Fish Jug by Michael Andersen & Son, Denmark, circa 1940
Large Glazed Fish Jug by Michael Andersen & Son, Denmark, circa 1940

Large Glazed Fish Jug by Michael Andersen & Son, Denmark, circa 1940

By Michael Andersen & Son

Located in Esbjerg, DK

Large fish-shaped ceramic pitcher. Measurements: L: 9.5 inches (24 cm), H: 7.7 inches (19.5 cm). Stamped with the Crestmark of Michael Andersen & Son and the serial/model number: 446...

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1940s Danish Art Deco Vintage Pitchers

Materials

Ceramic

Royal Copenhagen Faience Pitcher by Berte Jessen, 1960s
Royal Copenhagen Faience Pitcher by Berte Jessen, 1960s

Royal Copenhagen Faience Pitcher by Berte Jessen, 1960s

By Berte Jessen, Royal Copenhagen

Located in Delft, NL

Royal Copenhagen Faience pitcher by Berte Jessen, 1960s A lidded pitcher from the Danish manufacturer Royal Copenhagen, designed by Berte Jessen, during the 1960s. The lid is mark...

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20th Century Danish Pitchers

Materials

Ceramic

19th Century Rose Medallion Cider Pitcher with Foo Dog Finial
19th Century Rose Medallion Cider Pitcher with Foo Dog Finial

19th Century Rose Medallion Cider Pitcher with Foo Dog Finial

Located in West Palm Beach, FL

19th century rose medallion cider pitcher with foo dog finial, Nicely decorated in a diminutive size, twisted gilt handles, complete with original cover....

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19th Century Chinese Chinese Export Antique Pitchers

Materials

Porcelain

Pair of 1960s Czech Silver-Plated and Cranberry Glass Figural Duck Claret Jugs
Pair of 1960s Czech Silver-Plated and Cranberry Glass Figural Duck Claret Jugs

Pair of 1960s Czech Silver-Plated and Cranberry Glass Figural Duck Claret Jugs

Located in North Miami, FL

Pair of 1960s silver-plated and deep cranberry pink glass figural duck claret jugs, Czech Republic By: unknown Material: glass, crystal, silver, metal Technique: cast, molded, silve...

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1960s Czech Mid-Century Modern Vintage Pitchers

Materials

Crystal, Metal, Silver

"Strip Tease- Eye Appeal" Barware Ceramic Pitcher by Dorothy Kindell
"Strip Tease- Eye Appeal" Barware Ceramic Pitcher by Dorothy Kindell

"Strip Tease- Eye Appeal" Barware Ceramic Pitcher by Dorothy Kindell

By Dorothy Kindell

Located in San Diego, CA

A fabulous "Strip Tease- Eye Appeal" barware ceramic pitcher by Dorothy Kindell, circa 1940s. This hard to find pitcher is in very good vintage condition with no chips or cracks (som...

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Early 20th Century American Pitchers

Materials

Ceramic

Small French Majolica Rose Pitcher Creamer circa 1900
Small French Majolica Rose Pitcher Creamer circa 1900

Small French Majolica Rose Pitcher Creamer circa 1900

Located in Austin, TX

Small French Majolica Pitcher Creamer decorated with a rose circa 1900.

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Early 1900s French Rustic Antique Pitchers

Materials

Ceramic

Rooster Glazed Ceramic Pitcher, Ukraine, 1950s
Rooster Glazed Ceramic Pitcher, Ukraine, 1950s

Rooster Glazed Ceramic Pitcher, Ukraine, 1950s

Located in Barcelona, ES

Eye-catching black and amber Majolica ceramic rooster jug / pitcher, Ukraine, 1950s-1960s. A cool accent to any kitchen or to be user as serving pitcher. Lovely as a part of a cerami...

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20th Century Ukrainian Mid-Century Modern Pitchers

Materials

Ceramic, Majolica

Masons Ironstone Jug or Pitcher in rare Cashmire Ptn, William 1Vth Ca 1833
Masons Ironstone Jug or Pitcher in rare Cashmire Ptn, William 1Vth Ca 1833

Masons Ironstone Jug or Pitcher in rare Cashmire Ptn, William 1Vth Ca 1833

By Mason's Ironstone

Located in Lincoln, Lincolnshire

This is a good, Mason's ironstone hydra jug with a snake handle in the Cashmire De Thibet pattern dating to the William 1Vth English 19th century period, circa 1832-1836 The jug has an octagonal hydra shape with a snake handle. This pattern is not often seen. It is called "Cashmire De Thibet" and is illustrated on page 60 of the book; A Guide To Mason's Patent Ironstone Patterns, published by The Mason's Collectors' Club. The jug is unmarked to the base as was sometimes the case, but is definitely by Mason's Ironstone as they were the only manufacturer to produce a jug in this shape with this pattern and dating to the English William 1Vth period circa 1832-1836. Overall a very nice Masons Hydra Jug or Pitcher in a rare pattern. Notes on the pattern. This unusual name of "Cashmire De Thibet" was a name applied circa 1832-1836, to summer scarves...

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19th Century English William IV Antique Pitchers

Materials

Ironstone

Royal Doulton Stoneware Jug or Pitcher moulded Farming Scene, Edwardian Ca 1905
Royal Doulton Stoneware Jug or Pitcher moulded Farming Scene, Edwardian Ca 1905

Royal Doulton Stoneware Jug or Pitcher moulded Farming Scene, Edwardian Ca 1905

By Royal Doulton

Located in Lincoln, Lincolnshire

This is a good stoneware jug or pitcher made by The Royal Doulton, Lambeth, London factory, very early in the 20th century, in the Edwardian period. The jug has a moulded shape with...

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Early 20th Century English Edwardian Pitchers

Materials

Stoneware

Masons Ironstone Jug or Pitcher in Blue Chinese Dragon Pattern, 19th Century
Masons Ironstone Jug or Pitcher in Blue Chinese Dragon Pattern, 19th Century

Masons Ironstone Jug or Pitcher in Blue Chinese Dragon Pattern, 19th Century

By Mason's Ironstone

Located in Lincoln, Lincolnshire

This is a very good small Hydra jug or pitcher, made by Mason's Ironstone, England in the Chinese Dragon Pattern and dating to the 19th century, circa 1880. The jug is octagonal in ...

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19th Century English Chinoiserie Antique Pitchers

Materials

Ironstone

Silver-Mounted Glass Duck DOVE Decanter, Antique English Art Nouveau Style Itay
Silver-Mounted Glass Duck DOVE Decanter, Antique English Art Nouveau Style Itay

Silver-Mounted Glass Duck DOVE Decanter, Antique English Art Nouveau Style Itay

Located in Wembley, GB

Silver-Mounted Glass Duck Wine Dove Decanter, Antique English Art Nouveau Style An exquisite antique silver-mounted glass duck/dove decanter, finely crafted in the English Art Nouvea...

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1880s Italian Art Deco Antique Pitchers

Materials

Crystal, Gold Plate, Silver, Sterling Silver

Wedgwood English Majolica Snail Shell and Ivy Pitcher date marked 1870
Wedgwood English Majolica Snail Shell and Ivy Pitcher date marked 1870

Wedgwood English Majolica Snail Shell and Ivy Pitcher date marked 1870

By Josiah Wedgwood

Located in Philadelphia, PA

An English Wedgwood Majolica pitcher, an aesthetic movement mold showing a snail shell against sprays of climbing ivy on a tortoiseshell ground. A branch form handle, yellow ochre ri...

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Late 19th Century English Aesthetic Movement Antique Pitchers

Materials

Earthenware

English Mocha Pottery Creamware Earthworm Jug
English Mocha Pottery Creamware Earthworm Jug

English Mocha Pottery Creamware Earthworm Jug

Located in Downingtown, PA

Elegant English Creamware Mocha Jug with 'Earthworm' Motif and Leaf Terminal Handle This remarkable English Creamware jug, dating from circa 1800-1810, is a superb and well-preserve...

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Early 19th Century English Folk Art Antique Pitchers

Materials

Creamware, Pottery

Orrefors Enjoy Decanter
Orrefors Enjoy Decanter

Orrefors Enjoy Decanter

Located in Wilkes Barre, PA

Enjoy Decanter from Orrefors, holding 34 oz, has a bowl-shape with a tapered neck, making it ideal for serving wine, as well as water. With its generous size and large diameter at th...

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2010s Turkish Pitchers

Materials

Crystal

Pichet Têtes
Pichet Têtes

Pichet Têtes

By Pablo Picasso

Located in Paris, FR

Ceramic, 1956 Edition : 500 Publisher : Edition Picasso Catalog : [Ramié 368] White terracotta, oxidized kerosene decoration, white enamel Inscriptions and stamps under the base:...

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Mid-20th Century French Mid-Century Modern Pitchers

Materials

Enamel

Vintage Studio Pottery Pitcher Earthenware Rustic Farmhouse
Vintage Studio Pottery Pitcher Earthenware Rustic Farmhouse

Vintage Studio Pottery Pitcher Earthenware Rustic Farmhouse

Located in Chula Vista, CA

For your consideration, This is a vintage studio pottery pitcher. It is a handcrafted ceramic piece, often with a rustic or farmhouse style, and features a pinched spout. No signatur...

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1980s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Pitchers

Materials

Pottery

Oversized “Martini” Pitcher, Italy 1960's
Oversized “Martini” Pitcher, Italy 1960's

Oversized “Martini” Pitcher, Italy 1960's

Located in New York, NY

A Pozzi Silver plated vessel or pitcher in oversized form, the brass detail representing a lemon slice.

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Mid-20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Pitchers

Materials

Silver Plate, Brass

Cachi Small Bowl by Workshop AIREDELSUR, Alpaca Silver & Black Horn
Cachi Small Bowl by Workshop AIREDELSUR, Alpaca Silver & Black Horn

Cachi Small Bowl by Workshop AIREDELSUR, Alpaca Silver & Black Horn

By AIREDELSUR

Located in Buenos Aires, AR

The Cachi line is inspired by the town of Cachi, nestled in the province of Salta. This collection of handcrafted home objects includes trays, champagne buckets, and bowls — each one...

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2010s Argentine Organic Modern Pitchers

Materials

Metal

large ceramic pitcher Roger Capron circa 1960
large ceramic pitcher Roger Capron circa 1960

large ceramic pitcher Roger Capron circa 1960

By Roger Capron

Located in Paris, Ile-de-France

Tall glazed ceramic pitcher . The white glazed ceramic is decorated with engraved geometric motives Signed " Capron Vallauris" The shape has been produced in several sizes, this is ...

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1960s French Mid-Century Modern Vintage Pitchers

Materials

Ceramic

Large American Silver Pitcher, Kirk and Sons, circa 1880
Large American Silver Pitcher, Kirk and Sons, circa 1880

Large American Silver Pitcher, Kirk and Sons, circa 1880

Located in New York, NY

Embossed all over with flowers and foliage on matted ground, ivy-wrapped twig handles. Marked on base S. Kirk & Son

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1880s Antique Pitchers

Materials

Silver

1970s Space Age Green Ceramic Pitcher by Enzo Bioli for Il Picchio
1970s Space Age Green Ceramic Pitcher by Enzo Bioli for Il Picchio

1970s Space Age Green Ceramic Pitcher by Enzo Bioli for Il Picchio

By Enzo Bioli

Located in Aci Castello, IT

Rare 1970s Mid-Century Modern Green Ceramic Pitcher by Enzo Bioli for Il Picchio Discover a piece of authentic Italian mid-century design with this stunning and rare ceramic pitcher....

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Mid-20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Pitchers

Materials

Ceramic

Antique Staffordshire Black Porcelain Jackfield Bull Cow Creamer Pitcher 7"
Antique Staffordshire Black Porcelain Jackfield Bull Cow Creamer Pitcher 7"

Antique Staffordshire Black Porcelain Jackfield Bull Cow Creamer Pitcher 7"

Located in Dayton, OH

Antique 19th century Staffordshire porcelain Jackfield style cream pitcher in the shape of a cow with gilt features, standing on an oval base molded with a daisy. Entire surface is f...

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19th Century Victorian Antique Pitchers

Materials

Porcelain

Warrilow and Cope, 19th C. English Staffordshire Majolica Country Cottage Jug
Warrilow and Cope, 19th C. English Staffordshire Majolica Country Cottage Jug

Warrilow and Cope, 19th C. English Staffordshire Majolica Country Cottage Jug

By Warrilow & Cope

Located in Philadelphia, PA

An English majolica pitcher shaped as a country cottage, by Warrilow & Cope – Wellington Pottery Works, Longton, Stoke-on-Trent, circa 1880-1887. Charming in every way, English Ivy ...

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19th Century English Aesthetic Movement Antique Pitchers

Materials

Earthenware

Vintage French Ceramic Pitcher by Cloutier Brothers (circa 1970s)
Vintage French Ceramic Pitcher by Cloutier Brothers (circa 1970s)

Vintage French Ceramic Pitcher by Cloutier Brothers (circa 1970s)

By Cloutier Freres

Located in London, GB

Vintage French decorative ceramic pitcher by the Cloutier brothers (circa 1970s). An outer surface decorated in the Cloutier's trademark soft mauve with an elegant sheen makes this p...

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1970s French Vintage Pitchers

Materials

Ceramic

Victorian 'Drabware' Pitcher with Embossed Strawberries, U.K., 19th Century
Victorian 'Drabware' Pitcher with Embossed Strawberries, U.K., 19th Century

Victorian 'Drabware' Pitcher with Embossed Strawberries, U.K., 19th Century

Located in Chatham, ON

Rare Victorian 'Drabware' stoneware pitcher with embossed strawberries, leaves and branch handle - matte salt glaze to the exterior with gloss glaze to the interior - unsigned - Unit...

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Late 19th Century British Victorian Antique Pitchers

Materials

Ceramic

Stoneware Jug Pitcher Beautiful Patina from France circa 1960 Brown
Stoneware Jug Pitcher Beautiful Patina from France circa 1960 Brown

Stoneware Jug Pitcher Beautiful Patina from France circa 1960 Brown

Located in Auribeau sur Siagne, FR

Jug or pitcher, with an exceptional patina. It's color with brown gives very pleasant contrasts. This Pitcher was created in France in the 1960s.

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1960s French French Provincial Vintage Pitchers

Materials

Stoneware

Antique 19thC Staffordshire Porcelain Cow Milk Maid Spill Vase Creamer 7"
Antique 19thC Staffordshire Porcelain Cow Milk Maid Spill Vase Creamer 7"

Antique 19thC Staffordshire Porcelain Cow Milk Maid Spill Vase Creamer 7"

Located in Dayton, OH

Antique 19th century Staffordshire porcelain flatback figural spill vase or creamer in the shape of a woman with grapes on her skirt standing next to a very happy brown and white cow...

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19th Century Victorian Antique Pitchers

Materials

Porcelain

Onnaing Majolica Coligny Art Nouveau Pitcher/Jug, France, c. 1880
Onnaing Majolica Coligny Art Nouveau Pitcher/Jug, France, c. 1880

Onnaing Majolica Coligny Art Nouveau Pitcher/Jug, France, c. 1880

By Frie Onnaing

Located in London, GB

A bright and colourful Art Nouveau Majolica pitcher made by Frie Onnaing in northern France in c. 1880. This design is known as Coligny, and features a combination of groups of hyd...

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Late 19th Century French Art Nouveau Antique Pitchers

Materials

Ceramic

Vintage, New and Antique Pitchers

Perfect for entertaining, a dinner party or a small luncheon, vintage, new and antique pitchers are versatile pieces to keep in any collection.

Whether you’re dining in the great outdoors, freshening up drinks in the living room or making a batch of fresh-squeezed juice for breakfast in the kitchen, a pitcher is a must-have feature of your dining and entertaining set.

Prior to indoor plumbing and the advent of sinks, people paired a pitcher with a wash basin on their bedside stand. Today, an antique washstand might be used as a nightstand or bedside table. These pitchers, along with the washstand, were essential in any bedroom.

Today, in displaying vintage ceramic pitchers on your Welsh kitchen dresser or in a corner cupboard, you’re inviting a pop of color and an alluring texture to mingle with your other serveware. But when entertaining, you’re likely going to put this decorative vessel to work. Some glazed stoneware and metal pitchers are outfitted with hinged lids to provide insulation, while potters and other craft artists at the time might have made complementary glasses or teacups to pair with their pitchers for a complete serving set. Glass and stoneware pitchers are perfect for serving beverages, but if you’re serving from a metal pitcher, you’ll want to ensure that the material is food-grade stainless steel.

For a simple home accent, consider using that wonderfully aging vintage metal pitcher as a vase for your flowers (be sure to use a watertight plastic liner or insert) or as a receptacle to display and organize your cooking utensils. Given the venturesome design sensibility that we associate with mid-century modernism, a mid-century modern pitcher is going to prove a unique and sophisticated decorative touch to any room in your home. While your farmhouse-style interior is practically begging for the earthy tones of a terracotta pitcher, an ironstone pitcher will bring ornate details to your mantel.

Find a collection of new, vintage and antique pitchers today on 1stDibs.